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Event Name Here BEA Confidential 大学英语跨文化交际 Chapter 5 Nonverbal Intercultural communication Learning objectives : Chapter Outline Nonverbal behavior is a significant area of communication study for at least three reasons. Nonverbal behavior accounts for much of the meaning we get from conversations. Nonverbal behavior spontaneously reflects the subconsciousness. We cannot avoid communicating through nonverbal signals. Besides, nonverbal behavior is significant because nonverbal communication can be open to many interpretations. Definition of Nonverbal Communication The Functions of Nonverbal Communication Definition of Nonverbal Communication The Functions of Nonverbal Communication The Functions of Nonverbal Communication a. Repeating People use nonverbal communication to repeat, clarify, and emphasize their point of view. For example, nod as saying yes. b. Complementing Nonverbal communication cues can add to or complement a verbal message. For example, scratch head. Activity 1 Study the following situations and try to figure out some basic functions of this form of communication. 1. When we say “The new museum is south of that building”, we usually point in a certain direction. （ ) 2.You tell someone that you are pleased with his/her performance, and at the same time you pat the person on the shoulder. ( ) 3.If people in a group are boisterous, you might place your index finger to your lips as an alternative to saying, “please calm down so that I can speak.” ( ) 4. In conversation, we nod our head in agreement to indicate to our partners in communication that we agree and that they should continue talking. ( ) 5. Just before an impo